[Iranian Media: Iran Rejects Western Ultimatum Rhetoric, Focuses on New Order in the Strait of Hormuz] According to a report by Jinse Finance on May 30, citing Iran's Mehr News Agency, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bagheri explicitly rejected the Western ultimatum-style rhetoric directed at Iran, declaring that the U.S. maritime blockade has been illegal from the outset. He also confirmed that since March 1, the Strait of Hormuz has been operating under Iran's special measures. Bagheri firmly rejected any use of terms like 'should' and 'must' by the West toward Iran, stating that Iran's national policies are decided based on the interests and rights of its own people. When discussing the U.S. maritime blockade, Bagheri provided a precise legal characterization, stating that the blockade has been illegal from the beginning, violating the ceasefire agreement and disrupting freedom of navigation. Bagheri confirmed that since March 1, the Strait of Hormuz has been operating under Iran's special measures, requiring merchant ships to coordinate with Iranian authorities before passage. He emphasized the roles of coastal nations Iran and Oman in managing the future of this waterway, stating that both countries have taken a responsible stance in safeguarding security and national interests while ensuring maritime safety for the international community. He concluded by noting that the experiences gained under recent special conditions cannot be ignored, and that any mechanism established between Iran and Oman will aim to serve both nations' national security and the safety of international shipping. (Jin10)